EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Vaccinator

(Registered Nurse Level 1, Enrolled Nurse, Aboriginal Health Practitioner)

Casual hourly rates as per relevant award

Duration: 3 months, August to November 2026 with possibility of extension

Position Number: Various Positions

Location: As required/ various

This is a fixed term appointment for up to 3 months with possible extension, commencing as soon as possible.  Part-time arrangements will be considered for suitable applicants.  The opportunity is available for:

• Registered Nurse (ANF Level 1)
• Enrolled Nurse
• Aboriginal Health Practitioner. 

The increment will be determined based on the successful applicant’s skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role.

Eligibility to Apply:  This temporary position is to be filled from within WA Health through secondment, temporary deployment (acting) or temporary contract arrangements. Current WA Health employees, including permanent, fixed-term and casual employees, are eligible to apply. Applicants must seek conditional approval for release from their current Line Manager prior to applying.

About the Position

These Vaccinator positions will support the vaccination response to the WA diphtheria outbreak across the Kimberley, Pilbara, Goldfields and Midwest regions. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team and in partnership with local health services, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and community stakeholders, vaccinators will contribute to improving access to vaccination and protecting communities at increased risk of diphtheria.

The primary responsibility of the role is to safely administer diphtheria-containing vaccines in accordance with the National Immunisation Program, WA Immunisation Schedule, Australian Immunisation Handbook, WACHS policies and relevant clinical protocols. Vaccinators will also undertake pre-vaccination assessment, obtain informed consent, provide post-vaccination advice, accurately document vaccinations, maintain vaccine cold chain requirements, and support the delivery of vaccination clinics across a range of settings, including rural and remote communities.

This role provides an opportunity to contribute to a significant public health response while working collaboratively with local teams and community partners to support improved health outcomes across regional Western Australia.

Essential Requirements

1. Current registration as a Registered Nurse, Enrolled Nurse or Aboriginal Health Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. Current evidence of annual completion of the mandatory WA Health online education modules for immunisation providers, including:

• Immunisation Update
• Cold Chain Management.

1. Demonstrated knowledge of the Australian Immunisation Handbook, including the vaccine-preventable disease chapters relating to:

• diphtheria
• pertussis
• tetanus.

1. Current competency in:

• cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• recognition and management of anaphylaxis.

1. Competence and confidence using relevant information systems, such as the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR), Community Health Information System (CHIS) and/or VaccinateWA, or similar.

1. Willingness and ability to complete any required cultural capability or cultural safety training relevant to the communities and cultural or language groups where deployment occurs.
2. Willingness and flexibility to undertake required travel, including travel to small communities by 4WD or small aircraft, and to adapt to accommodation arrangements where options may be limited in some communities and towns.

Desirable

1. Experience working and/or living in rural and remote settings.
2. Experience working collaboratively with Aboriginal communities, with an understanding of culturally safe and respectful healthcare practices.

For Further Information: Enquiries are encouraged and should be directed to contact Michaela Blomqvist by email at Michaela.Blomqvist@health.wa.gov.au .

Application Instructions: Applicants should lodge a written “Expression of Interest” by submitting a resume and cover letter detailing why you should be considered for this position. The names of two referees should also be provided. Please read the FAQ document attached

Please mark the application “EOI – Private and Confidential” and forward by email at Michaela.Blomqvist@health.wa.gov.au

Please note – the selection process may not necessarily include the conducting of interviews.

Applicants should advise their line manager of their interest in being part of the diphtheria vaccination response

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 30 October 2026 @ 1600 hours